HPE MSA 1050 12Gb SAS Dual Controller LFF Storage – Q2R20A

BRAND NEW FACTORY SEALED & RETAIL BOXED WITH THE FULL HPE WARRANTY!!!

Overview

The HPE MSA 1050 Q2R20A is a cost-effective, flash-ready SAN storage array designed for small and medium-sized businesses seeking reliable enterprise storage with scalable capacity and flexible deployment options. Featuring dual 12Gb SAS controllers and 12 large form factor (LFF) drive bays, this storage system delivers dependable performance, advanced RAID protection, and seamless compatibility with HPE ProLiant environments.

Built on the trusted HPE Modular Smart Array platform, the MSA 1050 enables organizations to deploy modern shared storage infrastructure for virtualization, backup, file sharing, and business-critical applications while maintaining a budget-friendly investment.

Key Features

• Dual-controller 12Gb SAS SAN storage
• 12 LFF (3.5-inch) drive bays
• Flash-ready storage architecture
• Supports RAID 1, 5, 6, and 10
• Scalable up to 48 storage devices
• Maximum supported capacity up to 120 TB
• Hot-plug redundant power supplies
• High-performance SAS connectivity
• Enterprise-class storage reliability
• 2U rack-mountable design

Technical Specifications

General

• Brand: HPE
• Product Line: HPE Modular Smart Array
• Model: MSA 1050 Dual Controller LFF Storage
• Product ID: Q2R20A
• Product Type: Hard Drive Array
• Form Factor: Rack-mountable
• Rack Height: 2U

Storage Configuration

• Supported Devices / Modules: 12
• Maximum Supported Storage Devices: 48
• Expansion Bays: 12 x 3.5-inch LFF
• Installed Drives: None
• Maximum Supported Capacity: 120 TB
• Maximum LUNs: 512

Controllers & Connectivity

• Controller Configuration: Dual Controllers
• Host Interface: 12Gb SAS
• Supported Interface: Serial Attached SCSI 3
• External Interface Class: SAS
• Data Transfer Rate: 1.2 GBps
• Buffer Size: 6 GB

RAID Support

• RAID 1
• RAID 5
• RAID 6
• RAID 10

Power & Redundancy

• Power Supply Type: Internal Hot-Plug Power Supply
• Power Redundancy: Yes
• Redundancy Scheme: 1+1
• Installed Power Supplies: 2
• Voltage Required: AC 120/230 V
• Frequency: 50/60 Hz

Physical Specifications

• Width: 17.6 inches
• Depth: 22.5 inches
• Height: 3.5 inches
• Weight: 38.69 lb

Ideal Workloads

• Entry-level SAN storage
• Virtualization infrastructure
• Backup and disaster recovery
• Shared storage deployments
• File and application storage
• Database environments
• SMB IT infrastructure

Why Choose HPE MSA 1050 Q2R20A?

• Affordable enterprise storage solution in a compact 2U form factor
• Dual 12Gb SAS controllers improve performance and high availability
  
• Flexible RAID options enhance data protection and storage management
  
• Large-capacity LFF storage support enables scalable expansion
  
• Flash-ready architecture improves application and storage performance
  
• Designed for growing businesses and data-intensive environments
  
• Reliable platform for virtualization, backup, and shared storage workloads
  
• Combines scalability, performance, and enterprise-grade reliability

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this storage array brand new?
Yes, this unit is brand new factory sealed and includes the full HPE warranty.

What connectivity does this model include?
This model features dual 12Gb SAS controllers.

How many drives are supported?
The system supports up to 12 LFF drives and up to 48 storage devices with expansion.

Are hard drives included?
No, hard drives are not included with this configuration.

What RAID levels are supported?
Supported RAID levels include RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, and RAID 10.

Is this suitable for virtualization environments?
Yes, the HPE MSA 1050 is ideal for virtualization and shared SAN storage deployments.